Breasts of Chicken Alla Francese Recipe

Name: Breasts of Chicken Alla Francese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, about 1 1/4 pounds total; Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste; 1/4 cup flour for dredging; 1 egg; 2 tablespoons milk or water; 2 tablespoons virgin olive oil; 2 tablespoons butter; Juice of 1 lemon; 8 thin seeded lemon slices; 2 tablespoons finely chopped Italian parsley

Servings: persons

1
Place each chicken breast half between sheets of plastic wrap.
2
Pound the chicken very thin with a flat mallet or meat pounder.
3
Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
4
Dredge on both sides with flour.
5
Shake off excess.
6
Beat egg well.
7
Add milk, salt and pepper to egg.
8
Blend well with a wire whisk.
9
Dip chicken breasts in egg mixture to coat well on both sides.
10
Remove excess egg mixture.
11
Heat oil in a nonstick skillet large enough to hold pieces in one layer.
12
Cook over medium-high heat about 2 minutes on one side or until golden brown.
13
Turn and cook on the other side.
14
Remove chicken to a warm serving plate and add butter and lemon juice to skillet.
15
Cook and blend well very quickly.
16
Pour sauce over chicken breasts.
17
Garnish with lemon slices and sprinkle with parsley.

410

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, about 1 1/4 pounds total, Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste, 1/4 cup flour for dredging, 1 egg, and more.

Yes, Breasts of Chicken Alla Francese falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Breasts of Chicken Alla Francese

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